Education Program

Provided by: Mi'kmaq Confederacy of PEI - AKA: MCPEI; The Confederacy
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Service Description

Supports Epekwitnewaq Mi'kmaq students reach their full potential by encouraging academic, cultural, and social growth from Early years to grade 12. Education Program staff work closely with administrators, teachers, and staff of John J. Sark Memorial School, Westisle Family of Schools, Bluefield Family of Schools, and Morell Family of Schools to address the unique needs of First Nations students. Areas of focus include:

  • Ensuring education services better reflect student needs, culture and language
  • Helping students and their families develop goals to address school absenteeism and discontinuation
  • Providing technology support and innovative learning solutions for students, staff, and schools
  • Increasing opportunities for Mi'kmaq language and cultural instruction across the province

Information

Eligibility:
Families and preschool or school-aged students living in Lennox Island First Nation or Abegweit First Nation or who are living off-reserve
Fees:
No fees
How to Access:
Call or email for more information
Documents Required:
Not applicable * Documents such as signed consent forms may be required after services of interest have been identified
Program Email:
agillis@mcpei.ca
Program Phone Numbers:
Language:
English
Website:
www.mcpei.ca
Coverage Area:
Epekwitk / Prince Edward Island

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